Adaptive Playground Welcomes Kids
Members of the Down East Partnership for Children, Edgecombe County Public Schools and several other community organizations gathered Wednesday at…
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“Everything Is Local.” A Regional Funder Hones Its Strategy
“Ultimately, everything is local. By working with the community, we are evolving how we think about partnership and power-sharing,” Dr….
Dr. Laura Gerald to Serve on National Grantmakers in Health Board of Directors
The Trust is pleased to announce that Dr. Laura Gerald will be joining the board of directors for Grantmakers in…
Everyone Deserves Health Care
“Our state does best when we all do best,” Trust President Dr. Laura Gerald says about the Trust’s commitment to…
In North Carolina, Affordable Care Act Gains Threatened by Funding Cuts
I grew up in Lumberton, where I have many positive memories of family, church and the community. But I was…
Trust Announces New Grantmaking Strategy
The Trust announced a change in its grantmaking strategy on November 1, to focus on measurable outcomes rather than issues. The…
Grant Helps ECC Improve Community Health
With so many people in the area struggling to maintain healthy lifestyles, Edgecombe Community College is offering students a chance…
Focus on Philanthropy: Empowering Rural Communities
Trust Program Officer Adam Linker writes about “Empowering Rural Communities” and how listening plays a critical role. Read the article…